Good for Mother Nature? RAM-pocalyse encourages millions to recycle their old devices as expert says 'economics of component recovery are changing'
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AI-driven memory shortages are turning old phones into parts banks—component recovery is shifting from eco-nice-to-have to real margin. Hardware-heavy operators should revisit buyback, refurbishment, and recycling programs as supply-chain levers, not just CSR.
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